Cytoblastin 10 mg (Vinblastine Sulphate)

What is Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection?

Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used in the treatment of breast cancer, kidney cancer, Hodgkin’s disease, and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

How Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection Works

Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection blocks the replication of genetic material (DNA) in the cancer cells. Thus it stops the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.

Benefits Of Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection

In Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a cancer of the white blood cells in our body, also called mantle-cell lymphoma. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. Cytoblastin 10mg Injection helps to restrict cancer growth and also blocks the action of other chemicals that are required for cancer growth and further spread. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.

In Breast cancer

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection helps to treat breast cancer and it may be use alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Cytoblastin 10mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Discuss with your doctor if any of the side effects bother you.

In Kidney cancer

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is use to treat kidney cancer and its associated symptoms such as blood in the urine, unexplained lower back pain or weight loss, fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. It stops cancer growth and prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. This restricts the advancement of cancer to other unaffected regions. You need to follow your doctor’s instructions very carefully to recover.

In Hodgkin’s disease

Hodgkin’s disease is a type of lymphoma, which is a blood cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system helps the immune system get rid of waste and fight infections. Cytoblastin 10mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Side Effects Of Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cytoblastin

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Decreased appetite
• Decreased white blood cell count
• Diarrhea

Warnings

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cytoblastin 10mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is recommend.

However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cytoblastin 10mg Injection may be need. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Cytoblastin 10mg Injection may not be advise in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQ’s

1. Is Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection a vesicant?

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is a vesicant (irritant) and can cause damage to the blood vessels if it is not administer properly.

2. How is Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection administered?

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection is administer by intravenous route only.

3. Does Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection cause hair loss/infertility?

Yes, Cytoblastin 10mg Injection may cause hair loss/infertility.

4. How does Cytoblastin 10 mg Injection prevent mitosis?

Cytoblastin 10mg Injection prevents mitosis by inhibition of microtubule formation.